Getting social while practicing the art of photography

From left, Michael Kinney, Dean Huggins and Ahmed Al-Badree ham it up during a photo walk in Coeur d’Alene in 2011.

Gone are the days when a dedicated amateur photographer was easy to spot. Camera bags bulging with gear have been replaced, in some cases, by a sleek smartphone.

Taking good photos is no longer a really expensive and exclusive hobby, and this Saturday photographers of all skill levels and equipment sizes will take to the streets of Cheney to practice their art, socialize and swap tips.

Crissy Rasmussen, a former Cheney resident, will lead a Worldwide Photo Walk in town this Saturday, Oct. 13 starting at 9 a.m. Participants in the free event will meet up and walk through town, stopping alon...